{"title":"Javaka Steptoe","description":"\u003cp\u003eJavaka Steptoe is a celebrated author and illustrator renowned for his vibrant and expressive work in children's literature. With a unique artistic style that captivates both young readers and adults, Steptoe has carved out a distinct niche in the literary world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteptoe's work often delves into the lives of inspiring figures, offering readers a glimpse into their world through engaging narratives and rich illustrations. One of his most acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eRadiant Child\u003c\/em\u003e, explores the early life of iconic artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. This book perfectly exemplifies Steptoe's talent in bringing compelling biographies to life, making history accessible and exciting for young minds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough his books, Javaka Steptoe not only educates but also inspires a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and histories. His storytelling style is both educational and engaging, perfect for readers interested in biography and memoir genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the vivid world of Javaka Steptoe and let his stories spark imagination and curiosity in readers of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"radiant-child-by-javaka-steptoe-9780316213882","title":"Radiant Child","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSomewhere in Brooklyn, a little boy dreams of being a famous artist, not knowing that one day he would make himself a king.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJean-Michel Basquiat and his unique, collage-style paintings rocketed to fame in the 1980s as a cultural phenomenon unlike anything the art world had ever seen. However, before that, he was a little boy who saw art everywhere: in poetry books and museums, in games, in the words that we speak, and in the pulsing energy of New York City.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow, award-winning illustrator Javaka Steptoe's vivid text and bold artwork echoing Basquiat's own style introduces young readers to the powerful message that art doesn't always have to be neat or clean—and definitely not inside the lines—to be beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46845572808940,"sku":"9780316213882","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780316213882.jpg?v=1758886826"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/javaka-steptoe.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}